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March 17, 2015

Thank you to everyone who has made a deposit for the retreat and those who have started to make payments towards their total amount.Don't forget that regular payments will slowly but surely whittle away your total.The time until the retreat will come around soon enough - it's half way through March already...!!!!

There are only a few places remaining.....if you would like to come along or know of someone who would, please have your deposit paid by no later than March 31.I need time to organise and purchase supplies for the class packs and to get them packed.

This year's charity will be a local charity "Food For Farmers" - more details in the coming months or you can help create "Heart Cards" to donate to the appeal - see details here

I will need to send out Medical Information forms to all participants so could you please email me your postal address as soon as possible.Email - scraplounge@westnet.com.au

If you have any questions about our retreat, please don't hesitate to email me or PM me through FaceBook.

March 02, 2015

Hello everyone.Just to let you know there will be no MoodBoard Challenge this month.Instead I am asking you to get on board with a brand new Heart Cards Appeal.

I started Heart Cards up after the 2009 Black Saturday Bushfires in Victoria.The response to our original appeal was overwhelming and even though it took a long time for the cards to reach the recipients, they did eventually make their way to communities in Victoria.We then ran an appeal for the flood victims of the 2011 Queensland floods as well as an appeal for a charity that donates scrapbooks to families who have lost children at birth.Both of these appeals were very successful as well.

And now I have been made aware of a new need in our communities.A lovely local lady, Anne Thompson has been providing practical support to farming communities by way of grocery hampers at Christmas for over 20 years and after a conversation with Anne, I have decided to try and have enough cards for a pack to be added to each hamper.

You can see the details of the latest appeal here and I would love for you to help out if you can......even if it is by just spreading the word.Keep an eye out on the blog for updates and you can "Like" our FaceBook page too.

Thank you for any support you can give.Remember.....your cards don't need to be too elaborate......simple is sometimes best.Just make them with love and I am sure they will be wonderful and I am positive that they will be appreciated when they are received.

And we have been working with the lovely Kelly-ann from"From A Mother's Art"who will have LOTS of extra embellishments at her store to add to your kits, as well as LOTS of fabulous bargains across the weekend.

If you have any questions regarding any details, please feel free to drop me a line - scraplounge@westnet.com.auor you can contact me through the ScrapLounge FB page.

I have received deposits from 6 ladies so far and have 13 on the list to attend(don't forget that I have only booked 20 places)

February 01, 2015

Hello everyone and welcome to our first MoodBoard challenge of the year.

I am hoping that February will be the start of a great year for me....the last few months have not been so kind to me in terms of my health and I am certainly over being prodded and poked by doctors looking for answers.

Now that all your babies are back at school (although this is the first time in 21 years we haven't had a child at school), I thought it would be time to get back to creating with a MoodBoard Challenge.

This month's challenge is all about glam.....whether it be the glam of a school formal, or an engagement party; a wedding or even a Melbourne Cup "do" you have attended, grab your photos, some bling and show us your style.

This month's board was created by Kym(thanks Kym)

And here is Kym's example......a file created to hold all the memories of her son's formal from last year.

And a close-up of some of the detail....

I am sure Kym and her family have it filled already with photos and journaling of this special night.

To be in the running for a prize this month, email me your inspired project, along with a short description of what inspired you from the MoodBoard, to scraplounge@westnet.com.au by no later than midnight (NSW time), Saturday, February 28

The winner will be announced on March 2

Happy creating~shazz~xo

THIS MONTH'S ENTRIES

We only had one entry this month for the MoodBoard Challenge.Congratulations Tahnee.....your layout is gorgeous.

January 21, 2015

Hello ladies....our retreat for 2015 has been booked and I would love you to come along for a fun weekend of sharing, inspiration, laughter and some “me time” with like-minded ladies.Although we are essentially a paper-crafting group, crafters from all walks of life are more than welcome to attend.

WHERE: Lake Ainsworth Sport and Recreation Centre located on the shores of beautiful Lake Ainsworth, Lennox Head in northern NSW, and just over the sand dunes from beautiful Lennox Head beach.

WHEN: 4 pm, Friday, August 7 to 2 pm, Sunday, August 9, 2015(Please note, all times are stated in NSW time)

COST: $260.00 - includes your accommodation in clean, tidy and comfortable shared rooms with single beds (some rooms may have bunks);all meals including morning and afternoon tea;make and takes;product and technique demonstrations;goodie bag on arrival.

BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL AND A NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT of $50.00 MUST BE MADE BY MONDAY, FEBRUARY 16

Payment in full must be received by Friday, July 24, 2015Regular payments are always a good idea and will have your retreat paid off in next to no time.

Deposits and payments can be made through online banking into the following account -Name: M & S PRATTENSummerland Credit UnionBSB Number: 728 728Account Number: 22303942

Please use your name as a reference.Once you have deposited your money, please email me with your reference and the amount you have deposited.

You must supply your own linen (details of what to bring at a later date), however linen can be hired from the centre for a small fee (price to be confirmed)

The lovely Kelly-ann Oosterbeek, from “From A Mother’s Art” will be bringing her store along to tempt us all with her gorgeous goodies – you can see what Kelly-ann has on offer over at her website - http://www.amothersart.com.au/ - if there is anything special you would like Kelly-ann to bring please contact her directly.

Kel’s store was a big hit with the ladies last year and we certainly sent her home a few tubs lighter than when she arrived.

I have booked 20 places so it will be a case of first in best dressed –I have 3 ladies booked in already.A deposit will secure your place. Any questions please email me at scraplounge@westnet.com.au

December 19, 2014

Good morning everyone.Thank you for your patience with the announcement of the competition winners.As you know I became quite ill in early December and spent a bit of time in hospital and am continuing to recover slowly and weaning myself off my pain killers.All good now but it delayed this announcement.So.....with out further ado, I am pleased to announce our winners........

FIRST PRIZETahnee Batson

Tahnee has won a prize back including a Kaisercraft “Captured Moments” 6x8” Album + Christmas papers (combination of Vintage and Brights designs), Stickers, Stamps and Captured Moments Journal Cards supplied by “From A Mother’s Art” a Box of Handmade flowers from “Fun Flower Crafts”

John has won a Handmade Scrapping Tote Bag made by Kirsten Northfield+ Box of Handmade flowers from “Fun Flower Crafts”

THIRD PRIZEKathy Gee

Kathy has won a Box of Handmade flowers from “Fun Flower Crafts”

LUCKY DRAW FOR EACH CHALLENGEEach person who completed a challenge had their name put into a bowl(yes....high tech all the way in this house)and a name was drawn.Each person wins a Kaisercraft Clear Christmas Stamps supplied by “From A Mother’s Art”

For her comment on John W's entry in Challenge 8, Kathy has won a Kaisercraft Vintage Christmas Paper Pack Supplied by “From A Mother’s Art”

VOTERS LUCKY DRAWWon by Jane H

Jane has won a Kaisercraft Brights Christmas Paper Pack Supplied by “From A Mother’s Art”

LUCKY DOOR PRIZE DRAWWon by Jo B

Jo has won a “Good Greetings” Stamp Set donated by Christine Hajjar – independent “Stampin’ Up” demonstrator(You can find Christine on Facebook or contact me and I will send you her details)

Thank you to all our wonderful contestants who stuck with it during the 12 challenges - you guys are amazing and your work just blew me away.

Thank you to my wonderful example designers......Kym, Christine and Kelly-annYour examples were breathtaking and a great inspiration to everyone in the competition.

Thank you to Kelly-ann from "From a Mothers Art" who supplied so many of the prizes.Thank you to Kirsten for supplying the handmade scrapping tote bag.And thank you to Christine for donating the Stampin' Up stamp set.

And finally thank you to everyone who supported the comp through commenting here or on our FaceBook page and for everyone's patience while I slowly recover from my illness and finally managed to get the winners announced.

Could all winners please contat me via email - scraplounge@westnet.com.au - and once the business of Christmas is over, I will have your prizes in the mail.

A few scraps of paper, a few punches and some glue and you can turn a basic block of chocolate into this cute little gift.It would make a nice gift for your child's teacher or a neighbour perhaps.The MOTH ("Man Of The House"), who occasionally looks over my shoulder while I am tapping away, thought they would make a nice gift for each person at your Christmas table and could double as placecard with each person's name glued across the bottom - see....he does have a crafty bone in his body *wink*

Hoping you are enjoying each days little piece of Christmas here on the blog.

December 02, 2014

Hello and welcome to today's sing-a-long song....!!!The film clip features snowy, cosy scenes......very unlike our Christmases here but not so much in the northern hemisphere.Have any of you ever experienced a white Christmas...???

Today's activity is another easy one to make with your kids and will help you use up any excess ribbons you all probably have in your stash.